From zero to hero to… well, if you want to find out more, you’ll have to read the book. Mabel loves ballroom dancing… but can’t find a partner. She waFrom zero to hero to… well, if you want to find out more, you’ll have to read the book. Mabel loves ballroom dancing… but can’t find a partner. She wants to compete in and win the most prestigious contest in the UK. Now the fun starts.

Mabel has the typical worries that go along with being a teenager. The author deals with these in a believable and sympathetic manner making the pages fly past.

I would have liked to discover Mabel’s age much earlier in the book than I did not being completely familiar with the UK school system.

This fun-filled book will appeal to readers in the middle-grade to Young Adult age group – especially girls.

I received an e-copy of this in exchange for an honest review. This is a great sweet romance. The characters are believable and likeable (except for tI received an e-copy of this in exchange for an honest review. This is a great sweet romance. The characters are believable and likeable (except for the bad guy, naturally). The chemistry between Brayden and Lana was portrayed well, although the 'love' portion of their relationship happened a bit fast.

The mystery surrounding the the founder of the town was an added bonus and the ever practical, Brayden was drawn in by Lana's enthusiasm and becomes an adventurous soul.

This is the second book I’ve read by Julie Ryan. The first was the 3rd in the series, Pandora’s Prophecy. Usually, I like to read a series in order buThis is the second book I’ve read by Julie Ryan. The first was the 3rd in the series, Pandora’s Prophecy. Usually, I like to read a series in order but in this case, I think it was helpful reading the books out of sequence. Julie’s description of the settings in the Greek Islands was so vivid, I could imagine myself being right there having everything unfolding around me. The love story and mystery were skillfully interwoven with the physical setting making it an enjoyable read.

I received a copy of this book through Brook Cottage Books in exchange for an honest review. This is the third book in Julie Ryan’s Greek Island MysteI received a copy of this book through Brook Cottage Books in exchange for an honest review. This is the third book in Julie Ryan’s Greek Island Mystery series.

Lisa, Mark, Ruth and Vicky have nothing in common except they’re staying at the same hotel. Before the end of the story, they all have an encounter with Pandora, sister of the local celebrity author, who has the ability to see the future. Add a killer to the mix and you have the recipe for an un-putdownable story.

I loved the way Julie brought each character to life and her descriptions of the scenery. After reading Pandora’s Prophecy, I’m anxious to read the first two books in the series – Jenna’s Journey and Sophia’s Secret....more

I received an ARC of this from the author in return for an honest review. After reading Stacy's Gone Trilogy, I couldn't wait to read this one. Like eI received an ARC of this from the author in return for an honest review. After reading Stacy's Gone Trilogy, I couldn't wait to read this one. Like every other novel by Stacy I've read, this one kept me turning the pages. Even if you didn't like Lydia in the role of the other woman in the Gone trilogy, you're drawn to this side of her portrayal and are rooting for her as the novel progresses....more

We've all experienced weird noises in the night. For Olivia, Autumn and Emily, their over-active imaginations lead them to believe all sorts of thingsWe've all experienced weird noises in the night. For Olivia, Autumn and Emily, their over-active imaginations lead them to believe all sorts of things before eventually finding out the cause.

This children's book is a delightful read. Well done, Beverly! ...more

This is the first Mike McCann novel I've read and I loved it! What immediately drew me in was the area in which it's set - Eastern Ontario near whereThis is the first Mike McCann novel I've read and I loved it! What immediately drew me in was the area in which it's set - Eastern Ontario near where we currently live and my husband grew up.

I received an e-copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. Okay, to be honest, I thought I had written this soon after readinI received an e-copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. Okay, to be honest, I thought I had written this soon after reading the book but - shame on me - I hadn't. This book features the youngest of the Hunter brothers.

It's refreshing to read a sweet romance that isn't filled with sex and Stacy writes this genre well.

I liked the characters and the plot was believable. I won't say more to avoid spoilers. The town sounds idyllic.

I pre-ordered this book from amazon.ca and started reading it almost immediately.

Rosemary skillfully wove in the shorter chapters from the past, keepI pre-ordered this book from amazon.ca and started reading it almost immediately.

Rosemary skillfully wove in the shorter chapters from the past, keeping me enthralled with the love Highland Mary had for Robbie Burns while not taking me away from the present-day love between Eilidh and Lewis.

The vivid descriptions of the locations took me there and I could see the landscapes/city-scapes unfold before my eyes....more

I loved this book! I’m a sucker for anything set in France so this one fit the bill right away. Couple that with the strange happenings at Amy’s farmhI loved this book! I’m a sucker for anything set in France so this one fit the bill right away. Couple that with the strange happenings at Amy’s farmhouse, Bellefontaine, and I HAD to read it.

Marie’s descriptive narrative drew me in right away and kept me turning the pages. I could visualize the places easily and her characters were strong and believable.

I recommend this book to anyone who loves books set in France with mystery and romance combined....more

I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. Book 3 in the Gone series was another gripping story of a girl who waI received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. Book 3 in the Gone series was another gripping story of a girl who was kidnapped by an older man pretending to be a teen.

Like the first two books in the series, this one kept me turning the pages because I had to find out what happened to Macy. Did she escape from Chester?

Macy's character is as strong in this book as the first two, and you find yourself rooting for her and sympathizing with her when things don't quite work out as she planned.

Gone, Held and Over would make a fantastic box-set and wonderful gift.